Paramedics or RNs: Prepare to become acritical
care specialist Program fosters the interaction and cooperation of both professions in the care of the critically ill or injured patient both in a hospital setting or during a high risk interfacility
transfer.

The program includes advanced concepts that build on the knowledge
and skills of the paramedic and/or nursing curricula, as well as
topics needed to troubleshoot complex monitoring devices and equipment.

Topics include:

Anatomy and physiology-based clinical assessment

Advanced airway management to include mechanical ventilators

Diagnostic
data interpretation

Bedside hemodynamic monitoring

12 lead EKG
interpretation

Hemodialysis care

Preparation for certification in IntraAortic Balloon Pump Operation

Pre-requisites (Admission Requirements):

Current certification as a Virginia EMT-CT, EMT-P, or Virginia
RN License AND

Current BLS and ACLS certification AND

Be proficient in reading, writing, and speaking the English
language AND

Have no physical defects which would render the student unfit
the perform all duties required of the EMT or RN.

Co-requisites:

EMT 290 Critical Care Internship

Requirements:

All students are required to complete all
assignments ON TIME.

Successful completion of this semester requires
acceptable completion of all: